First published 2013
Mary Cynster stands as the final unmarried woman of her generation. She plans to control her own destiny and choose her husband carefully. Ryder Cavanaugh, the Marquess of Raventhorne, ranks dead last among her potential suitors. This lion of society overwhelms everyone around him, and Mary considers him completely unmanageable. Ryder sees Mary differently. He recognizes her fire and spirit, and he needs her as his wife for reasons beyond mere attraction. He values what she could become and waits for his opportunity. When fate presents the chance, Ryder claims Mary as his marchioness. The marriage secures his immediate goal, but Ryder discovers he wants something far more challenging. Taking her hand was simple compared to winning her heart. Mary must decide whether to maintain her careful control or surrender to a man who refuses to be managed.
Genres: romance, historical-fiction, adult-fiction, 19th-century
Vibes: emotional, intimate, suspenseful
Tropes: enemies-to-lovers, marriage-of-convenience
Setting: Raventhorne
Period: 19th-century
448 pages · ebook · Avon